Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

On the day he was introduced at AT&T Park, new Giants third baseman Evan Longoria discusses the trade, growing up in Dodger territory, getting to know his new teammates, if the Giants have the best defensive infield, and more. Plus, Alex and Ahmed go over the latest on the search for rotation and relief help. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex and Ahmed react to the Andrew McCutchen trade and discuss where he might hit, what the Giants gave up, and what they should do in center field. Plus, is the rotation now the most pressing need on the roster? Then, former Giant and Pirate Ryan Vogelsong gives his thoughts on what McCutchen brings on and off the field. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Giant Kevin Frandsen discusses his new radio job, the concept of this Giants team turning into the Phillies squad that had to go through a long rebuild, the Evan Longoria deal, what he likes about Steven Duggar, other prospects in San Jose who stood out to him, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Giants first baseman Brett Pill stops by to discuss his time in San Francisco, what it was like playing in South Korea and what comes next now that his playing days are over. Plus, Alex and Ahmed talk about the quiet offseason stretch, timetables for Heliot Ramos and other prospects, Brandon Belt's future trade value and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex and Ahmed break down all angles of the Evan Longoria trade, including the "rebuild vs. reload" debate, future payroll commitments, losing Christian Arroyo, what this means for Pablo Sandoval, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

David Bell, the new VP of Player Development, discusses why he returned to the Giants, his goals for the farm system, changes they need to make, and his best memories from San Francisco. Then, Craig Mish of Sirius XM talks about his Stanton reporting and what ultimately happened between the Giants and Mralins. Plus, a few minutes of Winter Meetings rumors. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Top pitching prospect Tyler Beede talks about his Fall League experience, his upcoming wedding, a center fielder he likes and the rumors that he might get traded for Giancarlo Stanton. Also, Alex and Ahmed discuss the latest Stanton rumors and a potential plan for the outfield. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Right-hander Chris Stratton discusses his breakout season, the lessons he learned from Madison Bumgarner and Matt Cain, his high spin rate and more. Plus, Alex and Ahmed go over Johnny Cueto's contract, Brian Sabean's offseason priorities and Jeff Samardzija's trade value. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex and Ahmed discuss the World Series, how the Giants compare to the two finalists, the October coaching changes, new hitting coach Alonzo Powell, some big-name free agents, trade chips, and the odds of bringing Giancarlo Stanton to San Francisco. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giants team president and CEO Larry Baer wraps up the season and discusses the down year, his front office, paying the tax, season ticket sales, Tim Lincecum and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brian Sabean, the Giants' executive vice president of baseball operations, discusses Chris Shaw, Steven Duggar, the 2017 draft class, having the No. 2 pick, scouting internationally, the emphasis on analytics, the year Bobby Evans had and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giants manager Bruce Bochy talks about when he knew these Giants were in trouble, the team's lack of power, the future of the outfield, Matt Cain, his future as manager and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rookie outfielder Austin Slater discusses his quick recovery from a groin injury, being a Jaguars fan, adjusting his swing for power, long rain delays, getting drafted by the Dodgers, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giants hitting coach Hensley Meulens discusses the lineup's lack of power, how to change that, Austin Slater's approach, what Christian Arroyo needs to change, Brandon Crawford's second-half improvements, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Giants pitcher and current NBC Sports Bay Area analyst Shawn Estes stops by to discuss Matt Moore's struggles, current Giants elbow injuries, having Tommy John surgery, knowing your career is ending, his weird injury at AT&T Park, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Giant Todd Linden talks about returning to the organization as San Jose's hitting coach, working with young outfielders like Bryan Reynolds and Steven Duggar, playing with Barry Bonds, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex Pavlovic and Ahmed Fareed discuss the quiet trade deadline, the next two months for the Giants, Madison Bumgarner's future here, Brandon Belt's advanced metrics, the fastest Giants and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Top prospect Chris Shaw talks about his successful season, his switch to left field, the time he thought he got traded to the Rays, a potential September call-up, balancing power with strikeouts, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

San Jose Giants broadcaster Joe Ritzo gives his memories of the minor league careers of Madison Bumgarner, Buster Posey, Brandon Crawford and Brandon Belt. Joe also discusses the current San Jose outfield and talks about a sleeper prospect in the minor league system. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rookie third baseman Ryder Jones discusses the highs and lows of his first week in the big leagues, the advice Christian Arroyo gave him, learning lessons at AT&T Park, improving his approach at the plate, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Giant Chris Heston talks about his journey to the Twins, his final year with the Giants, keeping in touch with old teammates, and why he occasionally watches his no-hitter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rich Aurilia joins the podcast to talk about baseball brawls, Buster Posey's role, clubhouse chemistry and more. Then, Nationals sideline reporter Dan Kolko discusses the other side of the fight, what Bryce Harper is really like, and this loaded Nationals lineup. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Giants outfielder Cody Ross discusses his transition to coaching, the organization's young outfielders, dealing with being on a losing team, watching Marco Scutaro's NLCS, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Second baseman Joe Panik talks about the rough start to the season, having a sense of urgency, his (good) health, Christian Arroyo, finding out he won a Gold Glove, working with Brandon Crawford, his offseason wedding, and more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Baseball writer Eno Sarris of FanGraphs discusses the new way velocity is tracked, how players view advanced metrics, peak years for hitters, the NL West and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Longtime Giant Javier Lopez discusses his transition into a television role, the decision to retire after last season, the toughest lefties he faced, the future of a young bullpen, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matt Cain sits down to discuss his recent struggles, helping the pitchers who are trying to take that No. 5 spot, the potential of this rotation, the five-year anniversary of his perfect game, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This episode focuses on the two players fighting for the left field job. First, Mac Williamson on their friendship, overcoming injuries, being a young pinch-hit option, working with Matt Duffy and more. Then, Jarrett Parker on finding consistency, his hot streaks, learning from veterans, hitting lefties and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giants third baseman Conor Gillaspie sits down to discuss his improvement defensively, his work with Ron Wotus, moving on from the postseason, watching his little brother get closer to the big leagues, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Infielder Jimmy Rollins discusses his first impressions of the Giants, what it was like to be on other side of Giants-Dodgers rivalry, Bumgarner vs. Kershaw, facing Bumgarner, coming back to the Bay Area, his motivation for giving the big leagues another shot, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael Morse talks about how he negotiated with Bobby Evans at Hunter Pence's wedding, the importance of making his comeback with the Giants, his relationship with Pence, the NLCS home run, owning a replica trophy, the future of his walk-up song, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Right-hander Derek Law explains how and why he got 800 chicken nuggets for his wedding, and he looks back at the way last season ended. Then, left-hander Josh Osich talks about his knee surgery, 2017 adjustments, and team leaders. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tyler Beede, the Giants' top pitching prospect, talks about his development on the mound, his goals for spring training, offseason workouts with Melancon, learning from Bumgarner, his music career, attending the Super Bowl and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giants vice president of baseball operations Brian Sabean discusses the Melancon signing, top Giants prospects, the postseason, Bumgarner's contract situation, Posey's future behind the plate and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

New closer Mark Melancon talks about his decision to choose the Giants, the unique ways he prepares his body, learning from Mariano Rivera, his off-field 'bucket list' and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giants manager Bruce Bochy joined Alex Pavlovic at the winter meetings to discuss the Mark Melancon addition and much more... Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giants GM Bobby Evans and Pirates beat reporter Adam Berry (who covered Mark Melancon for two years) join Alex Pavlovic on The Giants Insider Podcast to explain what type of person and player the Giants new closer is and how the team landed him in free agency. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From the Arizona Fall League, infielder Ryder Jones discusses playing new positions, the life of a prospect at the trade deadline, his Double-A season and more. Catcher Aramis Garcia describes a collision that cost him a couple of months, what he's learned from Buster Posey, and his experience playing with Tim Tebow. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giants general manager Bobby Evans joins Alex Pavlovic at an Arizona Fall League during the GM meetings to discuss the Giants stance going into free agency, how he expects the bottleneck at the back end of the Giants rotation to shake out, the team's minor league prospects, and much more. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Senior Insider Ray Ratto and relief pitcher George Kontos join Alex Pavlovic on The Giants Insider Podcast to discuss the end-of-season press conference, Kontos' rooting interest for the rest of the playoffs and the most difficult part about the season ending. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shawn Estes played 13 season in the majors including seven in San Francisco and one with both the Mets and Cubs. He joins Alex Pavlovic on The Giants Insider Podcast from Finnerty's in New York to discuss the up-and-down season and the upcoming win-or-do-home game against the Mets. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Legendary Giants broadcaster Jon Miller joins Alex Pavlovic on The Giants Insider Podcast ahead of the regular season-ending series against the Dodgers to regale listeners with tales of legendary Dodgers broadcast Vin Scully before his final three games on the call. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After a whirlwind week for Ty Blach, who just received his first MLB call-up and made his MLB debut, the Giants’ left-handed pitcher joined Alex Pavlovic for the latest episode of “The Giants Insider Podcast” to reveal the tearful phone calls that followed his promotion, facing Giant-killer Nolan Arenado, which Giants prospects he’s most impressed with, and much more. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

McCovey Chronicles’ Grant Brisbee joins Alex Pavlovic for the latest episode of The Giants Insider Podcast to break down where this Giants season ranks among the team’s recent history, how the two experts expect the stretch run to play out, and much more. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Old friend Ryan Vogelsong joins Alex Pavlovic on “The Giants Insider Podcast” with his typically honest takes on an emotional (and victorious) return to AT&T Park, how getting hit in the face has changed his perspective, his plans for next season, his affinity for watching Giants games, whether or not a return to San Francisco is possible, and much more. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giants President and CEO Larry Baer joins Alex Pavlovic on the latest episode of “The Giants Insider Podcast” with the trade deadline approaching to break down his deadline philosophy, the balance between protecting the farm system and getting a big name, and more! Enjoy… Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Catcher Trevor Brown joins Alex Pavlovic on the latest episode of “The Giants Insider Podcast” to discuss his first full first half, learning from Buster Posey, the struggles of being a Dodgers fan, dealing with MLB umpires and what position the converted catcher is most comfortable playing. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Giants star Tim Lincecum joins the podcast to discuss his return to the big leagues, his desire to remain a starter, his lasting connection to San Francisco and more. Plus, MLB.com Giants beat writer Chris Haft shares his thoughts on Lincecum’s Angels debut and some moments that stand out from his time covering Lincecum. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Right-hander Chris Stratton made his MLB debut last week. He joins Alex Pavlovic on Episode 12 of “The Giants Insider Podcast” to break down his path to the majors and his hectic last month, which included an MLB call-up and a newborn baby boy. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Longtime Bay Area reporter Daniel Brown of the Mercury News joins Alex Pavlovic for Episode 11 of “The Giants Insider Podcast” to debate the biggest moments in franchise history… Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.